Hello, this is Raleigh Adams (AKA Paparattzie) For those
of you who do not know me, allow me to give a brief history.
One Among other responsibilities, I and my wife/companion/
best friend/helper, Linda produce a show for a TV Station in
San Francisco, CA, and it was through the production of a
TV show about responsible pet rat ownership (featuring Rattie
Ratz) that we became involved with rats in our own lives. We
are now familiar with the joys, the laughter, the sweet times,
and the deep sadness and grief of loss, it is my desire to uplift
all rat parents and to bring a new perspective of these loving
creatures meaning in our lives through this book and
professional video.
I have begun writing a book which is entitled "101
inspirational stories of the Rat", (title not in stone yet) in
addition I am producing a professional DVD, using sublime
ocean and nature video, accompanied by the sounds of the
ocean and beautiful inspiring music by a world class musician
friend of mine who is donating his work to this effort. The
video will also have inspiring rat stories accompanying the
nature footage and the music..... The proceeds from the sale
of the video and the book will be used to provide funds to be
made available for needs such as veterinary care, meds, and
selected rescue organizations in need. This is obviously a large undertaking and it is a "work in progress".
In my career I have worked as a professional Photographer,
now I have an opportunity to put those years of practice to
good use by presenting a new line of "Inspiring Flowers", set
on a jet black background, these larger than life photos
reveal much of the "essence" of the flowers we love, in the
near future they will be sold, and also given as incentives to
those who wish to donate capital funds to the Zati Project.
More to follow on this aspect of the project.
Because of the impact that my little"Zatoichi" (the Rat that could read) had on my life, I have now dedicated my
time, talents and resources to this project, with the hope
that many little ratty lives will be lengthened or made more
comfortable with the proper medical care and forever homes.
Anyone wishing to submit their own personal story to the
project for consideration as being included in the book as
you can do so, I would encourage sending a photo of the
little rat that inspired your story, the photo, and the story
will live on in the book and video for generations yet to come.